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Sri Lanka look to bounce back in second ODI

Sri Lanka will aim for an improved show in the second One Day International (ODI) to stay alive in the three-match series against New Zealand at the Seddon Park in Hamilton today.

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Sri Lanka plummet to worst Asian 7’s Series outcome

27 Nov 2022

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A rather tired looking Sri Lanka recorded a consolation 26-12 win over Malaysia in the 7th/8th play-off final in the eight nation men’s Asian Sevens Series 2022 – 3rd edition last evening at the Al Amblers RFC in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates.

Ibrahim, Farooqi help Afghanistan thrash Sri Lanka in ODI opener

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Opener Ibrahim Zadran’s sparkling century and four wickets by Fazalhaq Farooqi led Afghanistan to an emphatic 60-run win over Sri Lanka in the opening one-day international on Friday.

China acid test first up for Sri Lanka today

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Following their late arrival on Thursday and ensuing internal travel, the Sri Lanka men’s squad did not undergo a morning training session yesterday ahead of the Tuskers’ crunch first group fixture against China at 11:30 a.m. today at the Amblers RFC grounds in Al Ain United Arab Emirates.

Jimmy Neesham, Carlos Brathwaite headline overseas names for LPL

25 Nov 2022

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New Zealand all-rounder Jimmy Neesham and T20 World Cup winning West Indian Carlos Brathwaite are among the overseas players signed for this year’s Lanka Premier League (LPL).

Richarlison double gives Brazil World Cup win over Serbia

25 Nov 2022

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A second-half brace by Richarlison, including a stunning overhead scissor kick, gave tournament favourites Brazil a 2-0 win over Serbia in their opening World Cup game at the Lusail Stadium on Thursday.

Nilfer confident ahead of tougher Al Ain test

25 Nov 2022

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Mild weather conditions with less humidity (around 25 Celsius) will suit the Sri Lankan rugby sevens contingent that landed in Dubai late last night. A journey of a couple of hours to the region of Al Ain followed where the action is to unfold from tomorrow at Al Ain Amblers RFC sporting facility consisting of four rugby playing fields.

Ronaldo scores in fifth World Cup as Portugal squeeze past Ghana

25 Nov 2022

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Cristiano Ronaldo rewrote the history books again on Thursday after becoming the first man to score at five World Cups with the opening goal in Portugal’s tight 3-2 win over Ghana.

Son and Suarez subdued in Uruguay-Korea World Cup stalemate

24 Nov 2022

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The returning Son Heung-min could not inspire South Korea as the Tigers of Asia started their World Cup Group H campaign with a 0-0 draw against Uruguay in Qatar on Thursday.

Embolo lifts Swiss to win over Cameroon at World Cup

24 Nov 2022

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Breel Embolo scored against the country of his birth as Switzerland defeated Cameroon 1-0 to make a winning start to their World Cup campaign on Thursday.

Spain ignite World Cup bid by smashing seven past Costa Rica

24 Nov 2022

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Spain launched their bid to lift a second World Cup in spectacular style on Wednesday by shredding Costa Rica 7-0 in a brutal display which will serve as a warning to their rivals.

Sports Minister calls for inquiry into Chamika’s omission

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Sports Minister Roshan Ranasinghe has called for the Director General of the Ministry’s Sports Department to conduct an inquiry into the omission of all-rounder Chamika Karunaratne by the national Cricket selection Committee for the upcoming three-match ODI series against Afghanistan.

Main criteria performance, not seniority – Chairman of Selectors

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An unusually hard talking Asoka Jayasena, Chairman of National rugby selection panel, reiterated the priority placed on performance in selecting the Al Ain bound Sri Lanka Rugby 7’s squad.

Batshuayi fires Belgium to World Cup win over Canada

24 Nov 2022

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Michy Batshuayi’s first-half goal proved enough for a below-par Belgium to squeeze to a 1-0 win over a Canada side playing their first World Cup match for 36 years on Wednesday.

Germany shocked by Japan after World Cup armband protest

23 Nov 2022

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Japan produced a stunning late comeback to shock Germany in their World Cup opener on Wednesday after the four-time champions staged a powerful protest against FIFA’s refusal to allow rainbow-themed armbands.

Solid Morocco hold Modric’s Croatia at World Cup

23 Nov 2022

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Morocco held Croatia to a 0-0 draw in their opening game of the World Cup on Wednesday, producing a spirited display against the 2018 runners-up led by Luka Modric.

Giroud equals Henry record as World Cup holders France sink Australia

23 Nov 2022

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Olivier Giroud joined Thierry Henry as France’s all-time leading goalscorer with a brace as the holders roared back to beat Australia 4-1 and get their defence of the World Cup off to a flying start Tuesday.

Poland’s Lewandowski misses penalty in Mexico stalemate

23 Nov 2022

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Robert Lewandowski suffered fresh World Cup misery as the Poland striker’s penalty was saved by Guillermo Ochoa in a 0-0 draw against Mexico on Tuesday.

Feisty Tunisia hold Eriksen’s Denmark at World Cup

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Tunisia held Denmark to a goalless draw in their World Cup opener on Tuesday, kicking off their Group D campaign with a strong performance against one of the pre-tournament dark horses.

Saudi Arabia defeats Argentina in shock World Cup upset

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Saudi Arabia defeated footballing giants Argentina during the pair’s first match at the FIFA World Cup in Qatar on Tuesday, in an upset praised throughout the Arab world.

Sri Lankan rugby still has a lot to offer to Asia and world – AR President

22 Nov 2022

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Qais Al-Dhalai, the President of Asia Rugby in an exclusive interview with the ‘Daily Mirror’ elaborated on the vision, path, process and role administered by the regional body in ensuring the development and spread of the game.

Bale to the rescue as Wales snatch US draw on World Cup return

22 Nov 2022

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Gareth Bale rescued Wales with a late penalty to snatch a 1-1 draw with the United States in their World Cup Group B clash on Monday in Qatar.

Netherlands strike late to beat Senegal on World Cup return

22 Nov 2022

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Late goals by Cody Gakpo and Davy Klaassen gave the Netherlands a 2-0 victory over African champions Senegal on Monday as the three-time beaten finalists made their return to the World Cup stage.

Saka and Bellingham sparkle as England crush Iran

21 Nov 2022

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England made a scintillating start to their World Cup campaign as Bukayo Saka and Jude Bellingham inspired a 6-2 rout of outclassed Iran in Monday’s Group B opener in Doha.

England launch bid for World Cup glory after Qatar slump to defeat

21 Nov 2022

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European heavyweights England and the Netherlands launch their World Cup campaigns on Monday as the tournament in Qatar shifts into a higher gear after a dispiriting defeat for the hosts.

Qatar first World Cup hosts to lose opener with Ecuador defeat

21 Nov 2022

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Qatar became the first home team to lose their opening World Cup match as Ecuador cruised to a 2-0 victory over the hosts, with Enner Valencia scoring twice in the tournament curtain-raiser on Sunday.

Verstappen wins season-closing Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, Vettel retires with a point

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Two-time world champion Max Verstappen claimed a record-extending 15th win this year with a ’’sublime’’ performance for Red Bull in Sunday’s tight and strategic Abu Dhabi Grand Prix as Sebastian Vettel headed into retirement with a point.

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